Associate WASH Officer (National Professional Officer – NOB) Job Vacancy at UNHCR Kigoma July 2026

Associate WASH Officer (National Professional Officer – NOB) Organization:United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)Duty Station:TanzaniaPosition Level:NOB (National Professional Officer)Contract Type:Temporary AppointmentAssignment Period:3 August 2026 – 31 January 2027Target Start Date:3 August 2026Application Deadline:8 August 2026Hardship Level:DFamily Type:Family About the Position TheAssociate WASH Officerwill provide technical support and guidance onWater, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)programmes within UNHCR operations. The role focuses on planning, implementing, monitoring, and coordinating WASH activities for refugees and host communities while ensuring alignment with UNHCR standards, national WASH systems, and sustainable climate-resilient solutions. The position supports the implementation of theGreen Climate Fund (GCF) Project FP218: Building Climate Resilience in the Landscapes of Kigoma Region, Tanzania, which aims to strengthen climate resilience and adaptive capacity among refugee and host communities in: Kakonko District Kasulu District Kibondo District Key Responsibilities 1. WASH Planning and Programme Support Support implementation of sustainable WASH programmes. Promote inclusion of refugees and host communities in national and local WASH systems. Collaborate with:Government authoritiesHumanitarian organizationsDevelopment partnersDonorsPrivate sector stakeholdersAcademic institutions Government authorities Humanitarian organizations Development partners Donors Private sector stakeholders Academic institutions Support emergency WASH response monitoring. Contribute to:Refugee response plansEmergency appealsResilience plansComprehensive response programmes. Refugee response plans Emergency appeals Resilience plans Comprehensive response programmes. Support WASH contingency planning for:Disease outbreaksRefugee movementsEmergency situations. Disease outbreaks Refugee movements Emergency situations. Support collection and analysis of WASH and climate data using Technical Information Management Systems (TIMS). 2. Technical Assistance and Capacity Building Support development and implementation of WASH projects. Review partner project proposals and budgets. Provide technical guidance on WASH infrastructure and services. Promote community participation involving:WomenGirlsBoysMenElderly personsPersons with disabilities. Women Girls Boys Men Elderly persons Persons with disabilities. Develop information,, and communication materials. Support training of UNHCR staff and partners on WASH activities. Strengthen community capacity in:Hygiene promotionMenstrual health managementOperation and maintenance of WASH facilitiesMonitoring and reporting. Hygiene promotion Menstrual health management Operation and maintenance of WASH facilities Monitoring and reporting. 3. Monitoring and Quality Assurance Monitor WASH programmes against:UNHCR standardsSustainable Development Goal (SDG) indicators. UNHCR standards Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) indicators. Ensure evidence-based programme implementation. Monitor WASH service access data. Support data collection, analysis, and reporting through WASH monitoring systems. Identify gaps in WASH services and recommend improvements. 4. Reporting and Accountability Support community feedback and accountability mechanisms. Collect and analyse community satisfaction data. Prepare WASH sector reports. Provide updates and briefings to:DonorsManagementPartners. Management Partners. 5. Coordination and Partnerships Support coordination of WASH partners, including:UN agenciesGovernment institutionsNGOsMunicipal authoritiesWater utilities. UN agencies Government institutions NGOs Municipal authorities Water utilities. Support integration of refugees into national WASH development plans. Develop partnerships for sustainable WASH service delivery. Engage stakeholders on:Water supplySanitation servicesHygiene promotionClimate resilience. Water supply Sanitation services Climate resilience. Specific Project Responsibilities (GCF Project) The National Water Officer will provide technical expertise for climate-resilient water interventions, including: Planning and supervising water-related activities. Supporting ecosystem restoration interventions. Preparing technical specifications and Bills of Quantities (BOQs). Providing technical oversight for:Water harvesting systemsIrrigation infrastructureWatershed management activities. Water harvesting systems Irrigation infrastructure Watershed management activities. Supporting land-use planning and stakeholder engagement. Monitoringactivities aimed at reducing:Soil erosionFlood risks. Soil erosion Flood risks. Minimum Qualifications Education Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields: Civil Environmental Engineering Hydrology Water Resources Development Public Health Engineering Water/Sanitation Engineering Other related fields Experience Requirements For NOB level: 3 years of relevant professional experiencewith an undergraduate degree, OR 2 years of relevant experiencewith a graduate degree, OR 1 year of experiencewith a doctorate degree. Essential Experience Candidates must have: Proven experience in WASH programmes. Experience in:WASH surveysProgramme implementationMonitoring and evaluationData managementCoordination. WASH surveys Programme implementation Monitoring and evaluation Data management Coordination. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a changing environment. Strong communication and analytical skills. Ability to work with people from diverse cultural and educational backgrounds. Good computer skills. Desirable Experience Additional advantage: Knowledge of:Water and wastewater hydraulicsSolid waste managementVector controlHygiene promotionBehaviour change approaches. Water and wastewater hydraulics Solid waste management Vector control Behaviour change approaches. Experience supporting transition to local/national WASH service providers. Experience developing transition plans, budgets, and stakeholder coordination systems. Required Certifications Geographic Information Systems (GIS) certification. Functional Skills Required skills include: Programme management and reporting. Environmental mainstreaming. Emergency field operations. Information management tools. WASH in refugee and out-of-camp settings. WASH emergency response. Language Requirements For National Professional Officer positions: Knowledge of English. Knowledge of the local language required for the duty station. Core Competencies Applicants should demonstrate: Accountability Communication Organizational Awareness Teamwork and Collaboration Commitment to Continuous Learning Client and Result Orientation Managerial & Cross-Functional Competencies Managerial Competencies Judgement and Decision Making Managing Performance Empowering and Building Trust Cross-Functional Competencies Innovation and Creativity Planning and Organizing Technological Awareness Important Notes UNHCR promotes a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, sexual exploitation, and abuse. Applicants must demonstrate integrity, professionalism, and respect for diversity. The position requires functional clearance. Recruitment will follow UNHCR standards and procedures. Application Deadline 8 August 2026 How to Apply Interested candidates should submit their applications through the official UNHCR recruitment portal: CLICK HERE TO APPLY